United Nations Security Council Resolution 697

Adoption and Content

United Nations Security Council resolution 697, adopted unanimously on June 14, 1991, noted a report by the Secretary-General that due to existing circumstances, the presence of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP) would continue to be essential for achieving a peaceful settlement.

Mandate Extension

The Council asked the Secretary-General to submit another report before November 30, 1991, to follow up on the implementation of the resolution. The Council reaffirmed its previous resolutions, including Resolution 365 (1974), which expressed concern over the situation and urged the parties involved to work together for peace.

Mandate Renewal

The mandate of the UNFICYP was extended again until December 15, 1991, as specified in Resolution 186 (1964).

Related Resolutions and Conflicts

See also:

* Cyprus dispute
* List of United Nations Security Council resolutions 601 to 700 (1987-1991)
* Turkish invasion of Cyprus

References

The text of the resolution can be found on the official UN documentation website, undocs.org.

External Links

* Cyprus in 1991
* Events of June 1991